2012 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan

To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 388 kg more than 2012 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 Fiat Grande Punto (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Fiat Grande Punto 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
Make Fiat Volkswagen
Model Grande Punto Sharan
Year Released 2012 2007
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72.1 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 11.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1668 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 70 L


 

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