2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
Model | Golf | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |