2000 Ford Puma vs. 2010 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2010 Kia Rondo is newer by 10 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rondo weights approximately 275 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma. 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, 2010 Kia Rondo (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 2010 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 2010 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Puma | Rondo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |