2002 Ford Puma vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 5 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Puma (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Puma weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. 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, 2002 Ford Puma (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Puma | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Puma | 206 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
