2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 755 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.
Because 2006 Pontiac GTO 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 2006 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (543 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO 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 | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Grande Punto | GTO |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
