2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 887 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 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2001 Ford Cougar (298 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2001 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
