1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 607 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 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 607 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 468 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Peugeot 607 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar. 2006 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Cougar has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Cougar | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Cougar | 607 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |