2000 Ford Puma vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 80 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (203 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Puma | Avensis |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |