2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Subaru G3X
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru G3X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru G3X would be higher. At 1,327 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru G3X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru G3X (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru G3X should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Subaru G3X.
Because 2005 Subaru G3X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru G3X will offer significantly more control. 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 (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru G3X. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru G3X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2005 Subaru G3X | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Punto | G3X |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 41 L |
