2006 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 146 kg more than 2012 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 Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Focus | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
