1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cougar | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
