2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1998 Ford Puma
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Puma would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1998 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 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 2006 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 1998 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-350 | Puma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 42 L |
