2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2001 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 7 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 81 kg more than 2001 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Cougar. (298 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 2001 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Nitro | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
