2001 Ford Cougar vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 12 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP) has 246 more horse power than 2001 Ford Cougar. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 666 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.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Cougar. (298 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Cougar | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Cougar | A7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2914 mm |
