2000 Ford Puma vs. 2004 Ford Focus

To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 4 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 177 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.

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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Puma 2004 Ford Focus
Make Ford Ford
Model Puma Focus
Year Released 2000 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1679 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 153 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.5 mm 81.4 mm
Top Speed 202 km/hour 175 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1452 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 53 L


 

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