2000 Ford Puma vs. 2001 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Trajet 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 370 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, 2001 Hyundai Trajet (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 2001 Hyundai Trajet 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 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2001 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Puma | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
