1991 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 171 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, 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
