1996 Mercury Cougar vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, both 1996 Mercury Cougar and 1996 Porsche 993 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,798 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercury Cougar | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Cougar | 993 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 283 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
