2000 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Puma | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
