2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 5 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fusion weights approximately 150 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |
