2000 Ford Puma vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 310 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 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 2007 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 2007 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Puma | Outback |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
