2012 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen CC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen CC would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (138 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 510 kg more than 2012 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 Volkswagen CC (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. 2010 Volkswagen CC 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. 2010 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grande Punto | CC |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
