2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Proton Gen

To start off, both 2007 Fiat Punto and 2007 Proton Gen were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Gen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Gen (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Gen should accelerate faster 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 Proton Gen (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Gen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto. 2007 Proton Gen has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Proton Gen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Fiat Punto 2007 Proton Gen
Make Fiat Proton
Model Punto Gen
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Size 1242 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 79 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 114 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 172 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.4 seconds 13.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3870 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1440 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 50 L


 

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