2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 4 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1372 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, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Caddy 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grande Punto | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 13.7 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 | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
