2000 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 508 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.
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 Mazda 6 (260 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Puma | 6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |