1999 Ford Puma vs. 2002 Infiniti G20
To start off, 2002 Infiniti G20 is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti G20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti G20 (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti G20 weights approximately 316 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, 2002 Infiniti G20 (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti G20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Puma | 2002 Infiniti G20 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Puma | G20 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
