2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Grande Punto and 2009 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 2 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
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, 2009 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 2 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 | 2009 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Grande Punto | 2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |