2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2005 Tata E
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata E would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata E (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata E should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata E weights approximately 200 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.
Because 2005 Tata E 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 2005 Tata E. 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, 2005 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Tata E 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 | 2005 Tata E | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Grande Punto | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
