2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 624 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, 2004 Nissan Xterra (334 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 73 L |
