Ford Cougar 1998 2.5 petrol description
Coupe Ford Cougar 1998 2.5i 24V has been produced from October, 1998 to February, 2001. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 170 horsepower on 6250 rpm and torque 220 Nm (Newton metres) on 4250 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Ford Cougar 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.6 litres.
Ford Cougar 1998 2.5i 24V has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Ford Cougar 1998 2.5i 24V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 206 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Ford Cougar 1998 2.5i 24V fuel consumption is 9.6 litres per 100km (10.4 km/l), city fuel economy - 14 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 620 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 820 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Ford real everyday fuel consumption is 10.5 litres per 100 km, which is 9% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Ford Cougar fuel consumption.
Ford Cougar 1998 2.5i 24V technical data
| Model: | Ford Cougar 2.5i 24V | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Coupe | ||
| Production period: | 1998. October ... 2001. February | ||
| Engine: | 2544 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 229 g/km |
| Power: | 170 HP ON 6250 RPM | Torque: | 220 NM ON 4250 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 206 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.4 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.6 (combined) 14.0 (urban) 7.2 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 10.5 l/100km (22.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.70m (length) 1.77m (width) 1.32m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 430 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 930 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1825 kg | ||
Ford Cougar 1998 2.5i 24V engine SEA
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 2544 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82.4 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 79.5 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.7 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Ford Cougar 1998 2.5i 24V oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5.6 litres (5.9 quarts) |
| Power | 170 HP ON 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 NM ON 4250 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1994 |
| Duration of production | 5 years |
| Engine also used on | Ford Mondeo |
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All Ford Cougar coupe [1998 - 2002] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Ford Cougar 1998 2.0i 16V
Oct 1998 — Feb 2001 Most fuel efficient version |
2.0 Petrol | 130 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Ford Cougar 1998 2.5i 24V Oct 1998 — Feb 2001 | 2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Ford Cougar 1998 2.5i 24V
Oct 1998 — Feb 2001 Only version with automatic transmission |
2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
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Ford Cougar 2000 2.5 i V6 24V ST 200
Jan 2000 — Dec 2002 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds |
2.5 Petrol | 205 HP | 10.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |