2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 205 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Grande Punto | Panda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
