1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element 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 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 12 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 344 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. 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, 1998 Ford Cougar (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Cougar | Element |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
