1997 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2421 kg more than 1997 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Punto. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1997 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1997 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Punto | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3490 mm |
