2003 Ford Puma vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 3 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Ford Puma. (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 324 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, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Puma | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Puma | Focus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| 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 | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
