2004 Ford Puma vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Ford Puma. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 399 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.
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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Puma. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Puma | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1678 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |