2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1763 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 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (145 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | Punto | Defender |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 360 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 24.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |