1999 Buick Cielo vs. 2002 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2002 Mercury Cougar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Cielo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Cielo would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Cielo (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Cougar.
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, 1999 Buick Cielo (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Cielo | 2002 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Cielo | Cougar |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |