2006 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 890 kg more than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Accord | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |