1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2007 Mazda 2
To start off, 2007 Mazda 2 is newer by 8 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 69 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Mazda 2. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 2007 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cougar | 2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
