2002 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 3 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 222 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, 2002 Ford Puma (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Puma | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Puma | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| 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 | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
