2000 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 655 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Puma | CL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 88 L |
