2005 Ford Puma vs. 2003 Mini One
To start off, 2005 Ford Puma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mini One would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Puma (100 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mini One weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Ford Puma.
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 Ford Puma (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Puma | 2003 Mini One | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Puma | One |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
