2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 309 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ranger (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1275 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
