2002 Ford Puma vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 969 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 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Puma. 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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. 2008 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Puma | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Puma | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
