1997 Fiat Duna vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 522 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna. 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Duna | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
