2005 Acura TL vs. 1999 Ford Puma
To start off, 2005 Acura TL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Puma would be higher. At 3,209 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1999 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 565 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 1999 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | TL | Puma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3209 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
