2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 5 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 397 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Juke |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
