2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Ford Freestar
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Punto and 2007 Ford Freestar were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Freestar weights approximately 875 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 Ford Freestar (331 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto. 2007 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2007 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 98 L |
