2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 132 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z 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, 2003 Honda Z 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 Fiat Grande Punto (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z. 2003 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2003 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Grande Punto | Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
