2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Ranger |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 59 L |