2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Grande Punto | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |