2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 3 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (209 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 479 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Grande Punto | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
