1997 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 430 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry 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 Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Puma | Camry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
