2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2006 Fiat Punto

To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 278 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.

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, 2006 Fiat Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Croma 2006 Fiat Punto
Make Fiat Fiat
Model Croma Punto
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1794 cc 1248 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.5 mm 69.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.2 mm 82 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 206 km/hour 164 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.2 seconds 13.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 1783 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.4 L/100km 4.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 49 L


 

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