2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2005 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Punto (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fusion weights approximately 142 kg more than 2004 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, 2005 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Punto | 2005 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Fusion |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |