2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 6 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 3,898 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 440 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.
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, 2006 Ford Freestar (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma. 2006 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2000 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Freestar | Puma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
