1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 103 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Cougar has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Cougar | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Cougar | Accord |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2741 mm |