2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Grande Punto | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
