1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 15 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. Both 1998 Ford Cougar and 2013 Mazda 3 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 87 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.
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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cougar | 3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
