1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (220 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 888 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 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cougar | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
