2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 3 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |