2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius weights approximately 156 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 Fiat Grande Punto (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Grande Punto | Prius |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |