2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 5 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 865 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 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | Punto | TL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
