2000 Ford Puma vs. 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino. (62 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 615 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1998 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Puma | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 30 L |
