1998 Ford Puma vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 549 kg more than 1998 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Puma | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Puma | 407 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
