2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 46 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
