2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1998 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 851 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 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 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford 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 Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1998 Ford Cougar | |
Make | Caterham | Ford |
Model | 7 | Cougar |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1291 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2800 mm |