2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 125 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.

Because 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Fiat Grande Punto 2012 Toyota Tundra
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Grande Punto Tundra
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 424 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.6:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1205 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 5340 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 3230 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 100 L


 

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