1998 Ford Puma vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Ford Puma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Puma weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 1998 Ford Puma (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Puma | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Puma | Life |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |