2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2007 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Grande Punto and 2007 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 440 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C8. 2007 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2007 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Fiat | Citroen |
Model | Grande Punto | C8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |