2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (131 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 545 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Xedos |
| Model | Punto | 9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
