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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 150 kg more 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, both vehicles can yield 115 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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 | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 115 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 |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |