2000 Ford Cougar vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Ford Cougar. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Cougar weights approximately 6 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Cougar | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Cougar | Jetta |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1324 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |