2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1999 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 261 kg more than 1999 Ford 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1999 Ford Cougar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Colorado | Cougar |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2769 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |