2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2001 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 1583 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 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, 2001 Ford Cougar (298 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2710 mm |
