1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 593 kg more than 1998 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar. 2010 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Cougar | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
