2010 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-150 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-150 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2012 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, 2010 Ford E-150 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. 2010 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford E-150 | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | E-150 | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4717 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 49 L |
