1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1998 Ford Cougar
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 1 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 50 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Because 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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, 1998 Ford Cougar (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1998 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | S-10 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2580 mm |
