1999 Ford Mondeo vs. 1998 Ford Cougar
To start off, 1999 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 144 kg more than 1999 Ford Mondeo. 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, 1998 Ford Cougar (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mondeo | 1998 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
