2003 Ford Puma vs. 2009 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Lancia Delta is newer by 6 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Ford Puma. (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Delta weights approximately 392 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, 2009 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Puma | 2009 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Puma | Delta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| 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 | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
