2000 Ford Puma vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
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 Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 345 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 1997 Toyota Supra 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 1997 Toyota Supra. 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra 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 Supra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Puma | Supra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |