1997 Ford Puma vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy is newer by 13 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 340 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, 2010 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Puma | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Puma | Premacy |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 11.8 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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 58 L |