2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 3 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 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (151 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 176 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Focus (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Focus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 53 L |
