2004 Ford Puma vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Puma would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2004 Ford Puma. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 681 kg more than 2004 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Puma. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Puma | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Puma | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1678 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
