1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1320 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 Expedition 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 Expedition 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 Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
