1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Cougar | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Cougar | Sentra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |