2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 265 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.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |
