1999 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2000 Ford Cougar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Ford Cougar. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Falcon 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 1999 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Falcon (366 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Falcon | 2000 Ford Cougar | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Falcon | Cougar |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 87.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |