2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Opel 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 Opel Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Combo would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 577 kg more than 2005 Opel Combo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Combo. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2005 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Combo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 18.5 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 | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 52 L |
