2000 Ford Cougar vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2000 Ford Cougar. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 818 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 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Cougar | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cougar | Tundra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3270 mm |