2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Fiat | Dacia |
| Model | Punto | Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
