1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 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 55 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 580 kg more than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Cougar | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cougar | Pajero |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |