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 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (213 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 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 (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm @ 3000 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 | 4016 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2910 mm |