1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 2 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Cougar | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Cougar | 626 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |