2003 Ford Puma vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 5 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, 2003 Ford Puma (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Ford Puma.
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 Ford Puma (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Puma | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Puma | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1338 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
