2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 145 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Grande Punto | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
