2000 Ford Puma vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 481 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (372 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Puma | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
