1997 Dodge Avenger vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, both 1997 Dodge Avenger and 1997 Ford Puma were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 310 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma. 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, 1997 Dodge Avenger (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Avenger | 1997 Ford Puma | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Avenger | Puma |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |