1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 14 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 53 more horse power than 2013 Honda Fit. (115 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 265 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Cougar | Fit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
