2001 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 670 kg more than 2001 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Punto | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Punto | Murano |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 82 L |