1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1999 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Cougar | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 6570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4250 mm |
