2001 Ford Cougar vs. 2004 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 607 is newer by 3 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 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 607. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2001 Ford Cougar.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Cougar | 2004 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cougar | 607 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1403 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
