2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 25 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Rover 25.
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 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 2005 Rover 25 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Punto | 25 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |