2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 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 Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Grande Punto | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
