2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 2 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 181 kg more than 2006 Fiat Punto.
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, 2008 Ford Focus (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 15.5 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 | 995 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |