1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Alero 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 79 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.
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, 2001 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2001 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cougar | Alero |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
