2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1457 kg more than 2003 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-350 (475 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 132 L |
