2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Express and 2006 Fiat Grande Punto were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Express | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |