1996 Audi A3 vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Audi A3. 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, 1996 Audi A3 (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 2000 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A3 | Puma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |
