1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1996 Honda Today

To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 709 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1998 Ford Cougar (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Ford Cougar 1996 Honda Today
Make Ford Honda
Model Cougar Today
Year Released 1998 1996
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2544 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 5500 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1419 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1400 mm


 

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