2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 127 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Mondeo | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |