2005 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan

To start off, both 2005 Ford Puma and 2005 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1264 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (310 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Puma. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Puma. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Puma 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Puma Multivan
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 3187 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 232 HP
Engine RPM 6150 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 95.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1035 kg 2299 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 80 L