1999 Ford Puma vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 5 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Puma weights approximately 157 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. 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, 1999 Ford Puma (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Puma | 2004 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Puma | Insight |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |