2000 Ford Puma vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 8 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fusion weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.
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, 2000 Ford Puma (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Puma | Fusion |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |