1997 Ford Puma vs. 2008 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Splash is newer by 11 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 22 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 20 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 2008 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Puma | Splash |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
