1998 Ford Puma vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Puma 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 21 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Puma weights approximately 74 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Puma | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Puma | Samurai |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |