2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (90 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa 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 60 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
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 (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Grande Punto | Corsa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.4 mm |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |