2012 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2008 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Venza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Venza would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. 2008 Toyota Venza 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. 2008 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Fiat Grande Punto | 2008 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Grande Punto | Venza |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |