2000 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster 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, 2005 Ford Focus (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Puma | Focus |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |