2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 58 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 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Punto | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | F-350 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 6240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 110 L |