2001 Ford Cougar vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 11 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (245 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Ford Cougar. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 801 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 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Cougar. (298 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Cougar. 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2012 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Cougar | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Cougar | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2896 mm |
