2000 Ford Puma vs. 2003 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2003 Nissan Altima 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Altima (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Altima weights approximately 15 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, 2003 Nissan Altima (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 2003 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Puma | Altima |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 73 L |