2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 946 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.
Because 2012 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (149 Nm). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Punto | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Punto | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 335 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1911 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |