2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Punto and 2008 Honda Pilot were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1065 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.
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 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto. 2008 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. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Pilot |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 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 | 5.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 77 L |