2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Ford S-Max
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Punto and 2006 Ford S-Max were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford S-Max (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford S-Max weights approximately 641 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford S-Max 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 S-Max | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | S-Max |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |