2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 GMC Yukon

To start off, both 2008 Fiat Punto and 2008 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1500 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (566 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Punto 2008 GMC Yukon
Make Fiat GMC
Model Punto Yukon
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 6199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 79 HP 380 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 114 Nm 566 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 935 kg 2435 kg
Vehicle Length 3550 mm 5660 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 3310 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 117 L


 

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