2011 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2010 Renault Duster
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 Renault Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Duster would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Duster weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 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 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Duster 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 | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Grande Punto | Duster |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
