2001 Ford Cougar vs. 2007 Ford Edge
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 6 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Cougar.
Because 2007 Ford Edge 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, 2007 Ford Edge 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, 2007 Ford Edge (339 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Cougar. (298 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Cougar. 2007 Ford Edge 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. 2007 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Cougar | 2007 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cougar | Edge |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
