2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Grande Punto and 2008 Suzuki Jimny were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,326 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Grande Punto | Jimny |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |