1996 Mercury Cougar vs. 1999 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercury Cougar would be higher. Both 1996 Mercury Cougar and 1999 Buick Park Avenue are equipped with a 3,798 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1996 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 1996 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercury Cougar | 1999 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Mercury | Buick |
| Model | Cougar | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 240 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
