2011 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, both 2011 Fiat Grande Punto and 2011 Volkswagen CC were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 240 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC. 2011 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Fiat Grande Punto | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Grande Punto | CC |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |