2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 900 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.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Grande Punto | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
