2000 Ford Puma vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
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 Peugeot 408 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Puma | 408 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
