2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 314 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. 2009 Ford Expedition 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. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |
