1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 12 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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 165 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.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Cougar | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Cougar | i40 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |