2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2002 Toyota Camry
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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Camry weights approximately 270 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, 2002 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. 2002 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2002 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Grande Punto | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
