1976 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 69 kg more than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | CX | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
