2000 Ford Puma vs. 2003 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2003 Jeep Wrangler 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Wrangler. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2003 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.
Because 2003 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 2003 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Puma | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |