2006 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 78 kg more than 2006 Ford Ka. 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, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ka | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Ka | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 49 L |
