2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
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 Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 170 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.
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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (172 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Grande Punto | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |