2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Honda FR-V
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Punto and 2006 Honda FR-V were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 197 kg more than 2006 Honda FR-V.
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 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 2006 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | FR-V |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 58 L |