1998 Dodge Avenger vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 60 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.
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, both vehicles can yield 176 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Avenger | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Avenger | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
