1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1816 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4198 cc |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 144 L |
