2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 4 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 266 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 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Grande Punto | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1531 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |