2003 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2003 Ford Puma
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier and 2003 Ford Puma were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Ford Puma. (99 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 149 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2003 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Cavalier | Puma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |
