2000 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Mazda 2 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 86 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 2 weights approximately 510 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Puma | 2 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 82 mm |
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 | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |