2010 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, both 2010 Ford Focus and 2010 Fiat Grande Punto were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Focus weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 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 Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Focus | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Focus | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4445 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1722 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1488 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2614 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |