1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2010 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2010 Saturn Outlook is newer by 11 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Outlook (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 410 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 2010 Saturn Outlook 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, 2010 Saturn Outlook 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, 2010 Saturn Outlook (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar. 2010 Saturn Outlook 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. 2010 Saturn Outlook will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 2010 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Cougar | Outlook |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
