1999 Ford Cougar vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 335 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306. 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cougar | 306 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
