2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Punto would be higher. Both 2006 Fiat Punto and 2005 Fiat Punto are equipped with a 1,248 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto.
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, 2006 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2005 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Punto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 47 L |
