1997 Ford Puma vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 470 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 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Puma | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Puma | Frontier |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3200 mm |