2002 Ford Puma vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 2002 Ford Puma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 400 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 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, 1995 Rover 400 (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Puma | 1995 Rover 400 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Puma | 400 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |