2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 56 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto.
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, 2005 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2006 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | Accent |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
