2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 17 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Grande Punto | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |