2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2007 Honda Accord
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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 438 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 2007 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord 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 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Grande Punto | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |