2008 Ford Galaxy vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2008 Ford Galaxy is newer by 8 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 453 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.
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, 2008 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Galaxy | 2000 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Galaxy | Puma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
