2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 108 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta. 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 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
