2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,261 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 550 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2261 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
