1997 Ford Puma vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 7 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 410 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, 2004 Mazda 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Puma | 3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
