2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Punto | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
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 | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |