2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 498 kg more than 2002 Renault Laguna.
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, 2002 Renault Laguna (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Punto | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |