2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 70 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 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Punto | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |