2005 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Kia Cerato
To start off, both 2005 Ford Puma and 2005 Kia Cerato were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Cerato (101 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Ford Puma. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Cerato weights approximately 160 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.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Puma | 2005 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Puma | Cerato |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |