1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 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 4 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 46 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 (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Cougar | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Cougar | 6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2259 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |