2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1652 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 2011 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Punto | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Expedition |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 106 L |