2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Grande Punto and 2006 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,169 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 495 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, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. 2006 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Fiat | Saab |
Model | Grande Punto | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |