2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50

To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 826 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 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Punto 2009 Mazda BT-50
Make Fiat Mazda
Model Punto BT-50
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 69 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 69.6 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 164 km/hour 158 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.4 seconds 12.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 1866 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 5080 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.5 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 70 L


 

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