1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2002 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2002 Mercury Cougar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 500 kg more than 2002 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2002 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Cougar |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3958 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |