1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cougar | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
