2000 Ford Puma vs. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 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. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 177 kg more than 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Puma | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |