2002 Ford Puma vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2002 Ford Puma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Levante weights approximately 225 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.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante 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, 1996 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Puma. 1996 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Puma | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Puma | Levante |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2230 mm |
