1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2007 SSC Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Aero 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 934 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SSC Aero weights approximately 2 kg more than 1998 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SSC Aero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 SSC Aero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1181 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Cougar | 2007 SSC Aero | |
Make | Ford | SSC |
Model | Cougar | Aero |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1090 mm |