2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2003 Ford Puma
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Puma would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Ford Puma. (99 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 322 kg more than 2003 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 2003 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Nitro | Puma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
