2005 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Fiat Grande 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, 2005 Vauxhall Astra (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Vauxhall Astra | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Fiat |
| Model | Astra | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
