2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (69 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 87 kg more than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grande Punto | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 14.1 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 | 980 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
