2005 Ford Puma vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 495 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Puma. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Puma | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Puma | Hilux |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2494 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 |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |