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 |
