2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fusion (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 638 kg more than 2007 Ford Fusion.
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 Fiat Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
