2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 700 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.
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, 2004 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto. 2004 Honda Accord 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. 2004 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 10.1 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 | 945 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |