1997 Ford Puma vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 16 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 805 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti M (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Puma | M |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2900 mm |
