2007 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 7 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.
Because 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2000 Ford Puma | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | Puma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 215 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 | 1740 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 42 L |
