2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 280 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (141 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Grande Punto | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 16.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |