1998 Ford Puma vs. 1997 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1998 Ford Puma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 306 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 14 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 306. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Ford Puma.
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, 1998 Ford Puma (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 306. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Puma | 1997 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Puma | 306 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
