2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Punto and 2008 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 693 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, 2008 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 2008 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1728 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |