1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 9 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 25 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 306 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2007 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cougar | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 196 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 | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
