2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Punto and 2007 Volkswagen Kombi were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 1304 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 Volkswagen Kombi is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Kombi (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 2007 Volkswagen Kombi | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Punto | Kombi |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |