2009 Audi A5 vs. 1998 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 11 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 191 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 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1998 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A5 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
