1976 Mercury Cougar vs. 2008 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2008 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 32 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, 2008 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 550 kg more than 2008 Suzuki XL7.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercury Cougar | 2008 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Cougar | XL7 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |