2010 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 105 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Citi | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Citi | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1423 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.8 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
