2000 Ford Puma vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 190 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 Opel Vectra (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Puma | Vectra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |