2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 2 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra.
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 Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Grande Punto | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 10.2 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 | 1280 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
