1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 4 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1021 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 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (439 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (221 Nm). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Cougar | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
