2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2005 Fiat Punto and 2005 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 321 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 Ford Focus (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Punto 2005 Ford Focus
Make Fiat Ford
Model Punto Focus
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1297 cc 1399 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 60 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 124 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 76.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 155 km/hour 171 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.3 seconds 15.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 1171 kg
Vehicle Length 3870 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.5 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 55 L


 

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