2005 Ford Puma vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 2 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 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 37 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Puma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Puma | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Puma | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
