2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Grande Punto and 2008 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 375 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 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (335 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. 2008 Toyota RAV4 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. 2008 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Grande Punto | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |