2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 157 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, 2008 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Grande Punto | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |