2000 Ford Cougar vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 6 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Cougar (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Cougar weights approximately 281 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Cougar | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Cougar | Micra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |