2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Puma would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1219 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1997 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Puma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
