2004 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 3 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 767 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 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Cougar. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2001 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | MDX | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
