2000 Ford Cougar vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2000 Ford Cougar and 2000 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Ford Cougar. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 746 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 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram 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, 2000 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Cougar. 2000 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Cougar has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Cougar | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Cougar | Ram |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |