2000 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,540 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2000 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Punto | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3540 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |