2004 Ford Puma vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Ford Puma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,678 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Puma (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Puma weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Smart ForTwo 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 2002 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Puma (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Puma | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Puma | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1678 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 22 L |
