2000 Ford Puma vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S60 weights approximately 494 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.
Because 2010 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 2010 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Puma | S60 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 67 L |
