2001 Ford Puma vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, 2002 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Astra (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Ford Puma. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Astra weights approximately 380 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, 2002 Opel Astra (256 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Puma. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Puma | 2002 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Puma | Astra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |