2003 Ford Puma vs. 2008 TVR T 440 R
To start off, 2008 TVR T 440 R 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 4,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR T 440 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 440 R (434 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2003 Ford Puma. (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 440 R should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR T 440 R weights approximately 247 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 2008 TVR T 440 R is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 TVR T 440 R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Puma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 TVR T 440 R (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 440 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Puma | 2008 TVR T 440 R | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Puma | T 440 R |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 434 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
