2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. 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 (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Grande Punto | Panda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
