2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 85 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.
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, 2008 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper 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 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Grande Punto | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
