1966 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,728 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Cougar (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 908 kg more than 1966 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1966 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1966 Mercury Cougar | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Cougar | T5 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4728 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3410 mm |