2001 Acura EL vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2001 Acura EL is newer by 1 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, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Acura EL. 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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura EL | 2000 Ford Puma | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | EL | Puma |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |