2000 Ford Puma vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.
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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Puma | Prius |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
