2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Acura TL
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 610 kg more than 2003 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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto. 2006 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2006 Acura TL | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | Punto | TL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 3212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 258 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |
