1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 597 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 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Cougar | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cougar | Vito |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |