1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 14 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 55 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 52 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Cougar | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 1367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
