2002 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Puma would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2002 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2180 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 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Puma. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Puma | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Puma | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 5405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 3215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 167 L |
