2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1974 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Cougar. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Cougar.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Cougar. (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-150 | 1974 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | E-150 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2860 mm |