2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Punto and 2008 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 605 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 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Punto | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.5 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 | 995 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |