2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Punto and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 441 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.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Punto | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |
