1997 Ford Puma vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 821 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Puma | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 73 L |
