2001 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Ford Puma. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 245 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Puma. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Puma | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Puma | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
