2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2005 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 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
