2009 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 181 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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, 1998 Ford Cougar (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1998 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
