2000 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 214 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 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Puma | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
