1997 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 8 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Puma weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Puma (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Puma | Carol |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 30 L |
