2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 556 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206.
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 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 47 L |
