1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 430 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Escape |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 59 L |
