2000 Ford Puma vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Puma | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
