2000 Ford Puma vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.
Because 1996 Ford Mustang 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 1996 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 1996 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Puma | Mustang |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |