2002 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus.
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, 2002 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 1999 Ford Cougar | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Cougar |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |