2001 Ford Cougar vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Ford Cougar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Cougar weights approximately 489 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life 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, 2001 Ford Cougar (298 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Cougar | 1999 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Cougar | Life |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
