2003 Ford Puma vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2003 Ford Puma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Primera (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Ford Puma. (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Primera weights approximately 297 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, 2002 Nissan Primera (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Puma | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Puma | Primera |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |