1995 Audi S6 vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi S6 would be higher. At 2,530 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi S6 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi S6 weights approximately 391 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.
Because 1995 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi S6 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, 1995 Audi S6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi S6 | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S6 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
