2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2004 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Punto (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 58 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.
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, 2004 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2004 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Grande Punto | Punto |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |