2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2010 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 4 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac Vibe (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto.
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, 2010 Pontiac Vibe (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 2010 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Punto | Vibe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |