1999 Ford Puma vs. 2010 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 207 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 207 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 221 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, 2010 Peugeot 207 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Puma | 2010 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Puma | 207 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| 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 | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
