2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-350. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-350.
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 Mercury Cougar (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-350. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Cougar | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |
