2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
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 Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Taurus (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 353 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, 2004 Ford Taurus (281 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
