2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
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 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 853 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 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Grande Punto | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |