1993 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (244 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Pontiac | Mercury |
Model | Grand Prix | Cougar |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |