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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 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 152 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 (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 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 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
