2005 Ford Puma vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Puma would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 380 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Puma. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Puma | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Puma | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |