2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2002 Ford Puma
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Puma (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 115 kg more than 2002 Ford Puma.
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, 2002 Ford Puma (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 2002 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | Puma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
