2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 466 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. 2013 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | Escape |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
