2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (133 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 383 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
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 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Punto | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 11.2 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
