2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1015 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.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Pilot |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 77 L |