2004 Ford Puma vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 8 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 2004 Ford Puma. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 945 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 2012 Dodge Charger 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 2012 Dodge Charger. 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Puma. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Puma. 2012 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Puma | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Puma | Charger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1678 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
