2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 1027 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Grande Punto | Beetle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |