2001 Ford Cougar vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 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 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 60 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 131 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (240 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Cougar | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cougar | 307 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
