1999 Ford Cougar vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 2 kg more than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX 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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Cougar | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Cougar | S-MX |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |