2001 Ford Puma vs. 1999 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2001 Ford Puma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 806 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Ford Puma. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2001 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, 1999 Peugeot 806 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Puma. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Puma | 1999 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Puma | 806 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
