2000 Ford Puma vs. 1998 Honda Today

To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 565 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 1998 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Puma 1998 Honda Today
Make Ford Honda
Model Puma Today
Year Released 2000 1998
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1679 cc 655 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 153 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5500 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1400 mm


 

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