1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2008 Hummer H3
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 9 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 822 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 2008 Hummer H3 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, 2008 Hummer H3 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, 2008 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Ford | Hummer |
| Model | Cougar | H3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
