1993 Mercury Cougar vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Cougar. (202 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 153 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60.
Because 1993 Mercury Cougar 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 1993 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60, 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, 1993 Mercury Cougar (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Cougar | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Cougar | S60 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |