2005 Ford Puma vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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, 2013 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 259 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, 2013 Honda Civic (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Puma. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Puma | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Puma | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
