1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 211 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger 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, 2005 Ford Ranger 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cougar | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
