2001 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 495 kg more than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Ranger | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
