2000 Ford Puma vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Borrego weights approximately 240 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 2011 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 2011 Kia Borrego 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. 2011 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Puma | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 78 L |
