2000 Ford Puma vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 12 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (320 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Puma | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
