2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2006 Fiat Punto and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 258 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.

Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Fiat Punto 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Fiat Mercedes-Benz
Model Punto C
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 1795 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 68 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 69.6 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 164 km/hour 216 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.4 seconds 10 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1783 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.5 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 62 L