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. 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 39 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
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 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar. 2008 Opel Insignia 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. 2008 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2544 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| 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 | 2580 mm | 2737 mm |
