2000 Ford Puma vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion 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 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 105 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 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion 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 Mitsubishi Dion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 2001 Mitsubishi Dion | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Puma | Dion |
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 | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |