1999 Ford Puma vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1999 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1264 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Puma. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Puma | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Puma | Armada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 106 L |
