2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 258 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Primera. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Primera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 62 L |
