2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1999 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1532 kg more than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1999 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2710 mm |
