2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 565 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
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2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Grande Punto | Captiva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |