2000 Ford Puma vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 695 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 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Puma | RX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |
