2005 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1998 Ford Puma
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 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 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Prizm | 1998 Ford Puma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Prizm | Puma |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 | 1090 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |