2000 Ford Puma vs. 2002 Ford Laser
To start off, 2002 Ford Laser is newer by 2 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 48 more horse power than 2002 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Ford Laser. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Laser. 2002 Ford Laser 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. 2002 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2002 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Puma | Laser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
