2003 Ford Puma vs. 2004 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2004 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Puma would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Ford Puma. (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 587 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.
Because 2004 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Puma | 2004 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Puma | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
