1998 Ford Puma vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 9 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1192 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Puma | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Puma | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
