2000 Ford Puma vs. 2001 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2001 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Puma would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sierra weights approximately 995 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 2001 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 GMC Sierra (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 2001 GMC Sierra 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. 2001 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2001 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Puma | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 6270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 117 L |
