2000 Ford Puma vs. 1996 Saab 900
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Saab 900. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1996 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Saab 900 weights approximately 40 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, 1996 Saab 900 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 1996 Saab 900 | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Puma | 900 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |