1999 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. 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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 2000 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Puma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
