2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 316 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Punto | Legacy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |