1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar. 2007 Kia Rondo 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 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Cougar | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Cougar | Rondo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |