1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Cougar 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 60 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 186 kg more than 1999 Ford Cougar.
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, 2001 Opel Omega (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Cougar | Omega |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
