2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 363 kg more than 2008 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, 2005 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 217 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |