2001 Ford Cougar vs. 2001 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, both 2001 Ford Cougar and 2001 Pontiac Vibe were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Cougar weights approximately 49 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. 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, 2001 Ford Cougar (298 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. 2001 Pontiac Vibe has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Cougar has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Vibe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Cougar | 2001 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Cougar | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
