2003 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Puma would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2000 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Puma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
