2001 Ford Cougar vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 10 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 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 10 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 19 kg more than 2001 Ford Cougar.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (240 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Cougar has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Cougar | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cougar | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1404 mm |
