2001 Ford Cougar vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (164 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 211 kg more than 2001 Ford Cougar.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (230 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Cougar | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cougar | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
