2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2012 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-Z is newer by 3 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda CR-Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-Z 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 17 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-Z.
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 Fiat Grande Punto (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2012 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Grande Punto | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1213 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2436 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
