1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2001 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2001 Holden Berlina is newer by 3 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Berlina weights approximately 353 kg more than 1998 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Cougar | 2001 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Cougar | Berlina |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1644 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |