2011 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C-Crosser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C-Crosser would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C-Crosser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C-Crosser (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C-Crosser should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 2009 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C-Crosser will offer significantly more control. 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 Citroen C-Crosser (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C-Crosser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | 2009 Citroen C-Crosser | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Grande Punto | C-Crosser |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
