2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 276 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.
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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
