1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar. 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Cougar | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
