2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2008 Fiat Punto

To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Voyager 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Voyager (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 765 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.

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, 2008 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Voyager 2008 Fiat Punto
Make Chrysler Fiat
Model Voyager Punto
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2429 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 90.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 183 km/hour 173 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.5 seconds 12.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1915 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.3 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 49 L


 

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