2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Grande Punto | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 93 L |
