2003 Ford Puma vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Ford Puma. (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 217 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, 2011 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Puma. 2011 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Puma | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Puma | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
