2001 Ford Cougar vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Cougar would be higher. 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 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 506 kg more than 2001 Ford Cougar.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute 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 Ford Cougar (298 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Cougar | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Cougar | Tribute |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1997 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 | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 175 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |