2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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 (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Grande Punto | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |