1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2000 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2000 Mahindra CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mahindra CL will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 2000 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Cougar | CL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
