2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Punto and 2006 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Galaxy (89 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 44 kg more than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
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 Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy 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 Galaxy | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1739 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |