2000 Ford Puma vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 11 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 14 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Puma | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
