1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 7 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 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 30 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Smart Roadster 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 2006 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Cougar | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
