2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 70 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
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2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Grande Punto | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |