2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1999 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 10 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 17 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 1999 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
