1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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 68 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 540 kg more than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Cougar | 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cougar | Montero |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |