2007 Ford Freestyle vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Ford Freestyle is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Freestyle (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Ford Freestyle (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Freestyle | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Freestyle | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
