1998 Ford Puma vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 15 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 439 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Puma | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Puma | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
