2005 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 308 kg more than 2010 Fiat Grande 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 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Accord | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |