2002 Ford Puma vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 10 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 567 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Puma | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Puma | C5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 71 L |
