1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 339 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar. 2012 Toyota Tundra 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. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Cougar | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Cougar | Tundra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |