2005 Ford Puma vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 2005 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 610 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 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Puma. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Puma | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Puma | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |