2005 Ford Puma vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Ford Puma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 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, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Puma. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Puma | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Puma | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |