2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 BMW X6

To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1300 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.

Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Punto 2010 BMW X6
Make Fiat BMW
Model Punto X6
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1297 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 60 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 155 km/hour 209 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.3 seconds 7.5 seconds
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 2150 kg
Vehicle Length 3870 mm 4877 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1983 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2933 mm
Fuel Consumption 4.7 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 6.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.5 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 85 L


 

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