2010 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 165 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 2006 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Grande Punto | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
