2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Panda and 2008 Fiat Grande Punto were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. 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 (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Panda | 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Panda | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |