2003 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 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 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Ford Puma. (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1372 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 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Puma | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Puma | Patrol |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 95 L |