2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (101 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 761 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
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 Hyundai Accent (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | Accent |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
