2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2009 Dacia Sandero is newer by 9 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Dacia Sandero. 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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Sandero | 2000 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Dacia | Ford |
| Model | Sandero | Puma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
