1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 13 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 2012 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Because 2012 Nissan NP300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan NP300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Cougar | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Cougar | NP300 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |