1998 Ford Puma vs. 2011 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 207 is newer by 13 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Puma (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 207. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1998 Ford Puma.
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, 1998 Ford Puma (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 207. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Puma | 2011 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Puma | 207 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
