2002 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2002 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Puma.
Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Puma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Puma | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Puma | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |
