2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 985 kg more than 2005 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Punto | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 73 L |