2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 4 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fusion weights approximately 101 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
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, 2003 Fiat Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
