1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra 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 81 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 372 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (129 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cougar | Micra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 172 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 | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |
