2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2008 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Equinox and 2008 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (131 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2008 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Equinox | Punto |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 47 L |