2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 5 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 480 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 132 L |
