2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 3 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 750 kg more than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari 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 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | Grande Punto | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |