2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 388 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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, 2004 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
