1997 Ford Puma vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 95 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma.
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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Puma | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Puma | Golf |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |