2000 Ford Puma vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (217 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 605 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 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 2011 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Puma | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
