2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 800 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
