2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 134 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
