1998 Ford Puma vs. 2006 Lotus Exige

To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige is newer by 8 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1998 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Puma weights approximately 94 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.

Because 2006 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Puma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Lotus Exige (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Puma.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Ford Puma 2006 Lotus Exige
Make Ford Lotus
Model Puma Exige
Year Released 1998 2006
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1388 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 189 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 6750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.5 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 916 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1150 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 44 L


 

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