2002 Ford Puma vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 184 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Puma | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Puma | Civic |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1219 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |