2002 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Puma (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Puma weights approximately 21 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (132 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Puma | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Puma | Accent |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
