2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 353 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
