1976 Mercury Cougar vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 305 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Because 2004 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (251 Nm). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercury Cougar | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Cougar | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
