2006 Honda Insight vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
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 Fiat Grande Punto (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Insight | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |