2000 Ford Puma vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 13 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 743 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 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Puma | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |
