2001 Ford Cougar vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2001 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1066 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 2005 GMC Sierra 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, 2005 GMC Sierra 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (516 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Cougar. (298 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Cougar. 2005 GMC Sierra 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. 2005 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Cougar | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Cougar | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3650 mm |
