2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2003 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche GT2 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 181 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 2003 Porsche GT2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Porsche GT2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2003 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Grande Punto | GT2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
