2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 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, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2005 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Punto | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
