2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 13.5 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 | 1170 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
