2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1989 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Mercury Cougar. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercury Cougar. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercury Cougar. 1989 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1989 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | F-250 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 3799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 72 L |
