2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 4 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Abarth Grande Punto.
Because 2007 Abarth Grande Punto is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 has automatic transmission and 2007 Abarth Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
Make | Abarth | Luxgen |
Model | Grande Punto | Luxgen7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automated manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |