2000 Ford Puma vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (193 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 55 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 Toyota Altezza 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 Toyota Altezza. 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 Toyota Altezza (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Puma | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
