2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 277 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (181 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Punto | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |