2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2006 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Grande Punto and 2006 Nissan Hardbody were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Hardbody (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 2006 Nissan Hardbody is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Hardbody. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Hardbody. (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2006 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Grande Punto | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
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 | 74 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |