2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1998 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 875 kg more than 1998 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1998 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
