1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 182 kg more than 1999 Ford Cougar.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar. 2012 Volkswagen Eos 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 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cougar | Eos |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |
