1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Ignis 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 369 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Ignis 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 Suzuki Ignis 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, 1998 Ford Cougar (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Cougar | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |
