2001 Ford Puma vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Ford Puma. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 449 kg more than 2001 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, 2009 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Puma. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Puma | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Puma | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
