2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 180 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 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Punto | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
