1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2004 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sienna is newer by 6 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 414 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, 2004 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar. 2004 Toyota Sienna 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. 2004 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Cougar | 2004 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cougar | Sienna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |