2001 Ford Cougar vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 9 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Ford Cougar.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Cougar | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Cougar | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |
