2000 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1410 kg more than 2000 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
