2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 145 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 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Grande Punto | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |