2001 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Puma (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 498 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Puma. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Puma | 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Puma | Wagon R+ |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |