1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 143 kg more than 1998 Ford Cougar.
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, 1998 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cougar | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
