1992 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2002 Mercury Cougar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 325 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 325 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 1992 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1992 BMW 325 (245 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 325 | 2002 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 325 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
