1997 Ford Puma vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 590 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Puma | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
