2000 Ford Puma vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 7 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), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 48 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. 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, 2007 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Puma | 206 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
