2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (131 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto.
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 Toyota Avensis (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
