2000 Ford Puma vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 51 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
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 Volkswagen Caravelle (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Puma | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
