2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
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 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa 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 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Grande Punto | Corsa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |