2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Punto and 2006 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 52 kg more than 2006 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E. 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 E (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Punto | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 701 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
