1997 Ford Puma vs. 2009 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz is newer by 12 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Puma (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 260 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 (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 2009 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Puma | Getz |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
