2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
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 Carol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Carol would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol will offer significantly more control. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Punto | Carol |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 60.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 30 L |