1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 11 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 950 kg more than 1999 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS 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, 2010 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Cougar | 2010 Lexus LS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Cougar | LS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3091 mm |