1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, both 1998 Ford Cougar and 1998 Ford Focus were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 47 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Cougar | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Cougar | Focus |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |