2004 Ford E-150 vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (196 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2001 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford E-150 | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | E-150 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 228 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 58 L |