2000 Ford Cougar vs. 2008 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 8 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (271 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2000 Ford Cougar. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Cougar weights approximately 1 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
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, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Cougar. 2008 Mazda CX-9 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. 2008 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Cougar | 2008 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cougar | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
