1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2010 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Kyron 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 28 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 504 kg more than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Because 2010 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Cougar | 2010 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Cougar | Kyron |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |