2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 525 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 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2009 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Grande Punto | Croma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
