2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2003 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Toyota Yaris. 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 (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2003 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Grande Punto | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 13.6 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 | 1040 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
