1999 Ford Puma vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 304 kg more than 1999 Ford Puma. 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Puma. 2001 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Puma | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Puma | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
