1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 11 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 98 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.
Because 2009 Honda S2000 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 2009 Honda S2000. 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, 2009 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Cougar | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
