1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 279 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Cougar | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 150 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 | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
