2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 220 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 2005 Mazda Tribute 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Grande Punto | Tribute |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |