1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2001 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2001 Ford Cougar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 466 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.
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, 2001 Ford Cougar (298 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Venture | 2001 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Venture | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
