1997 Ford Puma vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1100 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Puma | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1688 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2895 mm |
