2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Grande Punto and 2008 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Grande Punto | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |