2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. 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 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Punto | iQ |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 32 L |