1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (130 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 590 kg more than 1999 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Cougar | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Cougar | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 176 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 90 mm |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |