2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2004 Marcos TS
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Marcos TS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Marcos TS would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Marcos TS (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Marcos TS.
Because 2004 Marcos TS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Marcos TS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2004 Marcos TS | |
| Make | Fiat | Marcos |
| Model | Grande Punto | TS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
