2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Punto and 2006 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP) has 159 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 62 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.
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 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto. 2006 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 83 L |
