1998 Ford Puma vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 370 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.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Puma | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Puma | Impreza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |