1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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. At 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (261 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 89 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Cayman (300 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Cougar | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Cougar | Cayman |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1304 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2415 mm |