1991 GMC Jimmy 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 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 566 kg more than 2001 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy 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, 1991 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Jimmy | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Jimmy | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
