Ford Puma 1997 1.7 petrol description
Coupe Ford Puma 1997 1.7i 16V has been produced from October, 1997 to November, 2002. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.7 litres, which produces power of 125 horsepower on 6300 rpm - this is the most powerfull Ford Puma 1997 - 2002 version and torque 157 Nm (Newton metres) on 4500 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 220 up to 370 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Ford Puma 1.7 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.3 litres.
Ford Puma 1997 1.7i 16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Ford Puma 1997 1.7i 16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 203 km/h.
Ford Puma 1997 1.7i 16V fuel consumption is 7.4 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (13.5 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Ford Puma 1997 - 2002 versions, fuel consumption in city - 9.7 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 40 litres or 10.57 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 540 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 640 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Ford real everyday fuel consumption is 7.8 litres per 100 km, which is 5% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Ford Puma fuel consumption.

Ford Puma 1997 1.7i 16V technical data
Model: | Ford Puma 1.7i 16V | ||
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Body style: | Coupe | ||
Production period: | 1997. October ... 2002. November | ||
Engine: | 1679 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 178 g/km |
Power: | 125 HP ON 6300 RPM | Torque: | 157 NM ON 4500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 203 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.2 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.4 (combined) 9.7 (urban) 6.1 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.8 l/100km (30.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 40 litres (10.6 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 3.98m (length) 1.67m (width) 1.34m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10 meters |
Ford Puma 1997 1.7i 16V engine MHA
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 1679 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 80 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 83.5 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.3 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Ford Puma 1997 1.7i 16V oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts) |
Power | 125 HP ON 6300 RPM |
Torque | 157 NM ON 4500 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1997 |
Duration of production | 4 years |
All Ford Puma coupe [1997 - 2002] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
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Ford Puma 1998 1.4i 16V
Jan 1998 — Aug 2000 Most fuel efficient version |
1.4 Petrol | 90 HP | 7.2 l/100km |
Ford Puma 2000 1.6i 16V
Aug 2000 — Nov 2002 Most fuel efficient version by real consumption |
1.6 Petrol | 103 HP | 7.3 l/100km |
Ford Puma 1997 1.7i 16V
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.2 seconds |
1.7 Petrol | 125 HP | 7.4 l/100km |