2000 Ford Puma vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.
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 (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 1995 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Puma | Escort |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |