2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2006 Lincoln Zephyr
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Grande Punto and 2006 Lincoln Zephyr were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
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, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr (271 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. 2006 Lincoln Zephyr 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. 2006 Lincoln Zephyr will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2006 Lincoln Zephyr | |
Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
Model | Grande Punto | Zephyr |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |