1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa 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 21 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 151 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, 1998 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (151 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cougar | Versa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
