2007 Acura RL vs. 1999 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 8 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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, 2007 Acura RL (348 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar. 2007 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Cougar has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1999 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RL | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
