2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Grande Punto and 2009 Jaguar XF were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (420 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 2009 Jaguar XF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. 2009 Jaguar XF 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. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Grande Punto | XF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
