2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Punto and 2005 Ford Excursion were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2354 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.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 167 L |
