2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 575 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Croma | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
