1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 10 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. Both 1998 Ford Cougar and 2008 Opel Insignia are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar.
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, 2008 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Cougar | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2737 mm |
