1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Cougar has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Cougar | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
