1997 Ford Puma vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 9 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 25 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 33 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma.
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, 1997 Ford Puma (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Puma | Micra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
| 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 | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 46 L |
