2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10.
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 (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Grande Punto | i10 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 16.1 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 | 1170 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
