2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 3 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 369 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord 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 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Grande Punto | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
