2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Ram (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2006 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram 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, 2002 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto. 2002 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2002 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Punto | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2790 mm |
