1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 12 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 8 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 121 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 (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Galant. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant 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. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2010 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cougar | Galant |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
