2001 Ford Cougar vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 10 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2001 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Cougar.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm) has 787 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Cougar. (298 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Cougar. 2011 Ford F-450 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. 2011 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Cougar | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cougar | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4379 mm |
