2001 Ford Cougar vs. 2001 TVR Griffith
To start off, both 2001 Ford Cougar and 2001 TVR Griffith were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2001 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Cougar weights approximately 219 kg more than 2001 TVR Griffith.
Because 2001 TVR Griffith is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TVR Griffith (484 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Cougar. (298 Nm). This means 2001 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Cougar | 2001 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Cougar | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
