2000 Ford Puma vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 TVR Tuscan 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2007 TVR Tuscan 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 2007 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2007 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 2007 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Puma | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |