2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 506 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
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 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto. 2011 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
