1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 13 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), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S4 weights approximately 231 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 2011 Audi S4 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, 2011 Audi S4 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Cougar | S4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
