2000 Ford Puma vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Micra weights approximately 167 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 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Puma | Micra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 46 L |