2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester 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 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Grande Punto | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |