2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 541 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 Outback 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 Outback 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 Subaru Outback (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Punto | Outback |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |
