1997 Ford Puma vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 15 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 253 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Puma | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Puma | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |