2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 390 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 52 L |
