2002 Ford Puma vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 9 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 376 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.
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, 2011 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Puma | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Puma | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
