1997 Ford Puma vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 245 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.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Puma | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 87 L |
