1999 Ford Puma vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 7 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 25 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 470 kg more than 1999 Ford Puma.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Puma | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Puma | Picanto |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |