2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Punto and 2006 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (134 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 472 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
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 | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |