2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 8 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Grande Punto | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |