2000 Ford Cougar vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Ford Cougar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Cougar (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Cougar weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Cougar | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Cougar | Vitara |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |