2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 5 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. 2012 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Grande Punto | i20 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |