2000 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (199 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 395 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.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Puma | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
