2001 Ford Cougar vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2001 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2001 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Cougar. (298 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Cougar | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Cougar | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
