2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Punto and 2006 Ford Freestyle were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP) has 124 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 67 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |
