2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2000 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Ford Cougar. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 466 kg more than 2000 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (271 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2000 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Freestyle | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
