Global EV Comparison: VinFast VF 6 Eco vs Ford Puma Gen-E FWD
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General Info
The Ford Puma Gen-E FWD (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €36900. Although the VinFast VF 6 Eco (2024-…) has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | VinFast VF 6 Eco | Ford Puma Gen-E FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Vietnam | Romania |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €36900 |
| GCC Score | 5.3 | 6 |
Range and Efficiency
While the VinFast VF 6 Eco (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Ford Puma Gen-E FWD (2024-…).
| Property | VinFast VF 6 Eco | Ford Puma Gen-E FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 399 km | 376 km |
| Range (GCC) | 339 km | 324 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 63 kWh | 46 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 59.6 kWh | 43 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.6 kWh/100 km | 13.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.69 km/kWh | 7.53 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.1 | 7.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 100 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | VinFast VF 6 Eco | Ford Puma Gen-E FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.6 | 5.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Although the VinFast VF 6 Eco (2024-…) has more power, the Ford Puma Gen-E FWD (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | VinFast VF 6 Eco | Ford Puma Gen-E FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 130 kW | 124 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 174 hp | 166 hp |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 290 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.5 s | 8 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.4 | 3.3 |
Dimensions
The VinFast VF 6 Eco (2024-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Ford Puma Gen-E FWD (2024-…).
The VinFast VF 6 Eco (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | VinFast VF 6 Eco | Ford Puma Gen-E FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4238 mm | 4214 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2118 mm | 1930 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1820 mm | 1805 mm |
| Height | 1594 mm | 1555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2730 mm | 2588 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Ford Puma Gen-E FWD (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Ford Puma Gen-E FWD (2024-…), but the VinFast VF 6 Eco (2024-…) doesn’t have one.
The Ford Puma Gen-E FWD (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the VinFast VF 6 Eco (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | VinFast VF 6 Eco | Ford Puma Gen-E FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1960 kg | 1563 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 350 l | 523 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1275 l | 1283 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 43 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 5.9 |
