1998 Ford Puma vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 460 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 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Puma. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Puma | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Puma | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 63 L |