2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
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 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 50 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
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2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Grande Punto | Jimny |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 17.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |