2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2008 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Grande Punto and 2008 Volkswagen GTI were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 296 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.
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 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (114 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. 2008 Volkswagen GTI 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 Volkswagen GTI will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2008 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Grande Punto | GTI |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 281 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |