2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Punto would be higher. Both 2004 Fiat Punto and 2009 Fiat Grande Punto are equipped with a 1,368 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Punto (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Fiat Punto.
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, 2004 Fiat Punto (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
