2000 Ford Puma vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara

To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 455 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 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Puma 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Make Ford Suzuki
Model Puma Grand Vitara
Year Released 2000 2004
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1387 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 220 Nm
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.5 mm 75 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 64 L


 

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