1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 74 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cougar | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| 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 | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2675 mm |
