1999 Ford Puma vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 11 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 115 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.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Puma | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Puma | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |