2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 436 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
