1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1999 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1999 Honda Shuttle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Cougar 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 20 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 106 kg more than 1998 Ford Cougar.
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 (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle. 1999 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Cougar has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 1999 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Cougar | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
