2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Ranger | Cougar |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 6589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |