2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 2007 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2009 Dacia Sandero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 116 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
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, 2007 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Sandero | 2007 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Dacia | Fiat |
| Model | Sandero | Punto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
