2010 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grande Punto | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| 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 | 76 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
