2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Punto and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 325 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Punto | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 66 L |