2001 Ford Cougar vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 214 kg more than 2001 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Ford Cougar (298 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Cougar | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Cougar | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2728 mm |
