2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2005 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 238 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (199 Nm). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2005 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Grande Punto | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
