2007 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. 2007 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Tacoma | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Tacoma | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
