1993 Mercury Cougar vs. 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, both 1993 Mercury Cougar and 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee (225 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Cougar. (202 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 42 kg more than 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Because 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee (407 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Cougar. (359 Nm). This means 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Cougar.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Mercury Cougar 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Mercury Jeep
Model Cougar Grand Cherokee
Year Released 1993 1993
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 5200 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 202 HP 225 HP
Torque 359 Nm 407 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1648 kg
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2700 mm


 

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