2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2003 Ford Escape
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Escape would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 306 kg more than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2003 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
