2000 Ford Puma vs. 1985 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jeep Cherokee (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 555 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1985 Jeep Cherokee (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 1985 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Puma | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |