2000 Ford Puma vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1286 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 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Puma | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3221 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |
