2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 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 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 64 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Punto | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Ranger |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |