2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1998 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 9 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 89 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 484 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 1998 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 167 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 | 935 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
