2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Punto and 2008 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 160 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 (145 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Punto | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 126 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |