2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Abarth | SsangYong |
| Model | Grande Punto | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
