2009 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, both 2009 BMW 325 and 2009 Fiat Grande Punto were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 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 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
