1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (160 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 96 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 Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar. 2009 Kia Sedona 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. 2009 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Cougar | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Cougar | Sedona |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 98 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |