2000 Ford Puma vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 9 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 309 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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, 2009 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Puma | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 51 L |
