2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 13 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande 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 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (150 Nm). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Grande Punto | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 150 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |