1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 60 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 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Cougar | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Cougar | 3 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2639 mm |