1999 Ford Cougar vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 14 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1120 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.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cougar | G |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
