1999 Mercury Cougar vs. 1998 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Mustang weights approximately 46 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1998 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar. 1998 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 1999 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Cougar | 1998 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Cougar | Mustang |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2530 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |