2001 Ford Cougar vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 8 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Cougar.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Cougar. (298 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Cougar. 2009 Nissan Xterra 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. 2009 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Cougar | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cougar | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
