1999 Ford Puma vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Primera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 325 kg more than 1999 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, 2000 Nissan Primera (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Puma | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Puma | Primera |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
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 | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |