2005 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 971 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, 2012 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Taurus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |