2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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 86 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2009 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Grande Punto | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
