1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2009 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2009 Kia Cerato 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cerato. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cerato weights approximately 83 kg more 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, 2009 Kia Cerato (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2009 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Cougar | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
