2005 Ford Puma vs. 2009 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2009 Kia Cerato is newer by 4 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cerato (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cerato weights approximately 339 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, 2009 Kia Cerato (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Puma. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Puma | 2009 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Puma | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1374 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
