2005 Ford Puma vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 510 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 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Puma. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Puma | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Puma | Frontier |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |