1998 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Swift is newer by 7 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Swift (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Puma weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Swift.
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, 2005 Suzuki Swift (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Puma | 2005 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Puma | Swift |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |