1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 686 kg more than 1998 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cougar | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3050 mm |
