2000 Ford Puma vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1935 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 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 2003 Ford Excursion 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. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Puma | Excursion |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 167 L |