2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma. 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, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 2000 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Puma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 205 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 | 940 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
