2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
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, 2007 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 2005 Rover 45 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Punto | 45 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 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 | 1044 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |