1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 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 36 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 246 kg more than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Cougar | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Cougar | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |