2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 2 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 215 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 2010 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Grande Punto | 118 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
