2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Grande Punto and 2009 Mazda CX-7 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 94 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Grande Punto | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 69 L |
