2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 331 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Grande Punto | Caddy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 19.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 20.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |