2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 206 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
