2000 Ford Puma vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 53 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1032 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Puma | Polo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |