2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (217 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1176 kg more than 1967 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Cougar. (432 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | F-250 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 7003 cc |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 432 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2830 mm |