1997 Ford Puma vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 314 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 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Puma | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 58 L |
