2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 MG ZS
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG ZS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG ZS would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG ZS (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZS weights approximately 20 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, 2005 MG ZS (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2005 MG ZS | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Punto | ZS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
