2005 Ford Puma vs. 1995 Honda Today

To start off, 2005 Ford Puma is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Puma (100 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Puma weights approximately 325 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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 Ford Puma (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Puma 1995 Honda Today
Make Ford Honda
Model Puma Today
Year Released 2005 1995
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 6150 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1035 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1400 mm


 

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