2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 228 kg more than 2007 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, 2006 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.6 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 | 1044 kg | 1272 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 | 8.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
