1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 614 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, 2011 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Cougar | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
