2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
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 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 255 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 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Grande Punto | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |