1997 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 836 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Puma | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 87 L |
