2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (78 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 25 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Grande Punto | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |