2005 Ford Puma vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Puma would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2005 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1106 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.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Puma. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Puma. 2009 GMC Acadia 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. 2009 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Puma | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Puma | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
