2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 311 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, 2009 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
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 | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |