1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1997 Mercury Cougar
To start off, both 1997 Ford Explorer and 1997 Mercury Cougar were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 280 kg more than 1997 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 1997 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Explorer | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
