2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Abarth Grande Punto would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Abarth | SsangYong |
| Model | Grande Punto | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
