2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2007 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. 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 (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Cuore. 2007 Daihatsu Cuore has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Cuore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2007 Daihatsu Cuore | |
Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
Model | Grande Punto | Cuore |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |