2000 Ford Puma vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 110 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Puma | Impreza |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |