2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 3 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 673 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
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, both vehicles can yield 114 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2009 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | Accent |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
