2001 Ford Cougar vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 7 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 49 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Cougar weights approximately 29 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Cougar (298 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Cougar | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cougar | 207 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
