2000 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 5 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 48 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. 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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Puma | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 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 | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
