2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Punto and 2008 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 386 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 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75. 2008 Rover 75 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 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 2008 Rover 75 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Punto | 75 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |