2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 112 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.
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, both vehicles can yield 114 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Grande Punto | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 12.6 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 | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
