2002 Ford Puma vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Puma would be higher. At 2,485 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 459 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 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Puma | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Puma | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |