2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Holden Combo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Combo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Combo (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Combo should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 583 kg more than 2005 Holden Combo.
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, 2005 Holden Combo (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 2005 Holden Combo | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | Punto | Combo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |