2002 Ford Puma vs. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Ford Puma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1815 kg more than 2002 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Puma | 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Puma | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 108 L |