2000 Ford Cougar vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Ford Cougar. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Cougar weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Saturn L.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Cougar | 2005 Saturn L | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | Cougar | L |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |