1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 2,918 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 313 kg more than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1986 Jaguar XJ6 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 1986 Jaguar XJ6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | XJ6 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2918 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
