2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2007 Isuzu Ascender
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 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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 Isuzu Ascender 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 Isuzu Ascender (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2007 Isuzu Ascender | |
Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
Model | Grande Punto | Ascender |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 82 L |