2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper 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 15 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | Grande Punto | Cooper |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1426 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2547 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |