1991 Dodge Monaco vs. 2000 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Mercury Cougar is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Dodge Monaco (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Monaco (232 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Monaco | 2000 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Monaco | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
