1999 Ford Puma vs. 2001 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2001 Porsche GT2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Puma would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1999 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche GT2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Porsche GT2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Puma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Porsche GT2 (621 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Puma | 2001 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Puma | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
