1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 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 56 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (112 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cougar | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
