1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1997 Honda CRX
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 241 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX. 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, 1998 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 1997 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Cougar | CRX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
