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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 97 kg more than 2005 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 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (200 Nm @ 2000 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 | 1994 cc | 1758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
