2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Grande Punto and 2006 Ford Freestar were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 511 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. 2006 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Grande Punto | Freestar |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |