2000 Ford Puma vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 2 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 495 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.
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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 2002 Renault Espace 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. 2002 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Puma | Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 220 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 | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 83 L |
