2001 Ford Puma vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 9 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 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Ford Puma. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 506 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Puma. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Puma. 2010 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Puma | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Puma | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
