2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 377 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 2005 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2000 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Puma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |
