2001 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Ford Cougar
To start off, both 2001 Dodge Ram and 2001 Ford Cougar were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 791 kg more than 2001 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Dodge Ram (305 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Cougar. (298 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Ram | 2001 Ford Cougar | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Cougar |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3905 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |