1993 Mercury Cougar vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 13 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, 2006 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Cougar. (202 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane.
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, 2006 Renault Megane, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Cougar | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Cougar | Megane |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
