2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Grande Punto and 2008 Renault Logan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Renault Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 224 kg more than 2008 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2008 Renault Logan | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Grande Punto | Logan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |