2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2005 Ford F-250
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1550 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 2005 Ford F-250 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, 2005 Ford F-250 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2005 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 144 L |
