2000 Ford Puma vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Prius (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 475 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Puma | Prius |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
