2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 248 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Punto | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |