2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Grande Punto and 2007 Jaguar XKR were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 805 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 2007 Jaguar XKR 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 2007 Jaguar XKR. 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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. 2007 Jaguar XKR 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 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | Grande Punto | XKR |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 71 L |