1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2004 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2004 Mahindra Commander is newer by 5 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 2004 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Mahindra Commander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mahindra Commander 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, 2004 Mahindra Commander 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 2004 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Cougar | Commander |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
