2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 628 kg more than 2005 Mazda 2.
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 (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Punto | 2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 181 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |